City: Fuquay-Varina
By the Numbers: #3 Safest Small Town in NC by Moneygeek
Top 3 in 2023 Highlights:
- Community Center North groundbreaking
- Downtown Mixed-Use Development
- $400,000 Local Assistance for Stormwater Infrastructure Grant
Hottest Topics:
- Facilities Master Plan Parks and Recreation Plan
- Transportation (current projects)
New Leaders to Watch:
- Jim Jones, Fire Chief
What to look for in 2024:
- Transportation Plan
- Water and wastewater Treatment Infrastructure
City: Garner
By the Numbers: #15 Best Suburbs for Young Professionals in NC
Top 3 in 2023 Highlights:
- Planning Department Launches new Development Map
- Increased funding for Tryon Station affordable housing
- 2023 Garner Pedestrian Plan
Hottest Topics:
- Affordable Housing
- Mixed Use Development
- Garner Forward Comprehensive Plan
New Leaders to Watch:
- Leah Harrison, Town Engineer
- Paul Padgett, Inspections Director
What to look for in 2024:
- CAMPO Southeast Area Study results
City: Holly Springs
By the Numbers: #1 best Digital Newsletter in the Nation
Top 3 in 2023 Highlights:
- Comprehensive Transportation Plan won 1st Place at American Planning Association-NC/Northeast Gateway Master Plan won Honorable Mention
- Safe Sidewalk Route off Holly Springs Rd
- Affordable Housing Study completed
Hottest Topics:
- Parks Bond Approved
- Water/Sewer Infrastructure
New Leaders to Watch:
- Chris Deshazor, Town Council
- Annie Drees, Town Council
- Danielle Hewetson, Town Council
What to look for in 2024:
- Downtown Village District Planning
- Road Safety and Sidewalk connections along Main Street